In this soul-rooted conversation, environmentalist and communication strategist Steven Schauer shares how bipartisan progress is possible—when we lead with empathy, storytelling, and openness. From Capitol Hill to community restoration, he reveals what it takes to build lasting bridges across political divides.

Learn more about Steven's podcast, Stories Sustain Us at https://storiessustainus.com.

00:00 The Importance of Being in the Middle 01:56 Co-Creation and Collaboration 05:14 Overcoming Barriers to Vulnerability 08:10 The Journey of Self-Discovery 11:01 Building Coalitions for Change 13:55 The Power of Storytelling in Advocacy 17:17 Conclusion: Openness and Compassion 20:19 The Power of Community and Common Goals 23:53 Empathy and Vulnerability in Relationships 26:17 The Art of Listening vs. Hearing 30:19 Building Together Despite Disagreements 32:14 Understanding Needs in Conversations 34:10 Mobilization and Engagement in Society 37:03 The Importance of Individual Voices 39:36 Bringing Energy and Openness to Discussions 42:37 Finding Common Ground in Conversations

Theme Music is All Related by Nessi Gomes